Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year at Community Day School (CDS). This
handbook has been
prepared to help you and your parent understand the policies and practices of
your school. During
your time here, you will have many opportunities to acquire new knowledge,
make new friends and
participate in a variety of curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Earning an education is both your
right and your responsibility. You must do your part, as a student at CDS, to
make this a reality. As
you continue with your studies, this handbook will be a helpful guide in your
school success.
Students are enrolled at Community Day School after a parent/student
conference where alternative
education options are considered. Referrals to CDS are the result of
California Educational Code
violations, late enrollment to the district without prior school attendance,
deficit credits or
attendance problems at your home school. The length of placement at CDS can be
from 45 to 180
school days.
According to a student’s rehabilitation plan, put into place by Dr. Dennis
Wiechmann Ed.D.,
Supervisor-Child
Welfare and Attendance, a student can return to their comprehensive school if
they meet their
Rehabilitation Plan. Generally this plan includes but is not limited too:
? 2.0 G.P.A
? 97% Positive Attendance
? Satisfactory Behavior
? No Suspensions
? Counseling
? Community Service Hours
? Passing Random Drug Test
SCHOOL MISSION
The Community Day School will prepare students to earn a diploma and achieve
their goals beyond
graduation.
SCHOOL VISION
The Community Day School will provide the pathway that empowers students to
master foundational
skills and build the bridges that span their present needs to their future dreams.
COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL
STAFF
OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBER 875-0709
FAX NUMBER 875-6379
e-mail nick_taylor@sanger.k12.ca.us
Dr. Taylor, Principal
Mrs. Vasquez, LRP/RSP Teacher
Mr. Figueroa, Psychologist
Mrs. Hatz, Office Manager
Mr. Coffman, Teacher
Ms. Conway, Teacher
Mr. Heriman, Teacher
Mr. Vargas, Teacher
Ms. Sexhauer, Instructional Assistant
CAMERAS
For the safety and well being of everyone at Community Day School, we have
installed recording
security cameras. These are located at strategic positions inside and outside
the classroom and
around the school building at 9th Street and “L”.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ALL CLASSROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SECURITY CAMERAS
DRESS CODE
? The SUSD dress code will be enforced, with special attention to the following:
? All students are required to wear a shirt and tie, or uniform shirt.
Additional shirts may be
earned.
? Garments that display red or blue colors (small or large), on shirts,
jackets, belts, shoe laces, or
sweaters are not permitted. Shirts with phrases such as “Eastside”, “South
Pole”, bulldog emblems, or
the word “bulldog” or “dawg”, or other phrases that identify with neighborhood
groups will not be
worn at school.
? No hats, caps, hairnets or any hair covering are allowed during school hours.
? No body piercing (earrings are the only accepted body piercing jewelry).
? Emblems, buttons, or offensive slogans/logos are prohibited. This includes
logos promoting
alcohol, tobacco, drugs, sex, gangs, etc.
? Sandals are permitted. No slippers or pajamas.
? Skirts and blouses may not expose the midriff.
? Sagging or baggy pants will not be permitted.
? Shirts with open sides are not acceptable. This also includes tank tops for
boys, halter-tops for
girls, see through jerseys without an undershirt, sleeveless undershirts worn
as outer garments.
“Trench Coats” are unacceptable for school attire.
? Skirts must be an acceptable length. Miniskirts are not allowed.
CLOSED CAMPUS
The school maintains a closed campus for students. This means that students
are to remain on
campus from the time that they arrive to the end of the school day.
LEAVING SCHOOL
Once you arrive on school grounds in the morning, you are not to leave for any
reason without
specific permission from the principal or designee. There will be no exceptions.
CDS students cannot go to Sanger High School or other school campuses at any
time (morning,
during school time or after school) without proper Administration Authorization.
GANG ACTIVITY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED
Any identifiable “gang” symbols or gang activities, violating school policy
will not be tolerated.
Activities such as graffiti, marking him/her with tattoos, gang hand signals
or gestures, colored
handkerchief, clothing affiliated with gang membership or identifiable “gang”
symbols or activities,
violating school policy on gang activity will be reported to administration
and to the student’s
parent. These actions may result in an expulsion hearing.
NO PDA’s
(Public Displayed Affection)
? Body contact is limited to holding hands only.
NO FOUL LANGUAGE
Will students will be suspended for habitual profanity.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Each teacher will work with his or her classes in establishing effective and
reasonable classroom
boundaries with students. Classroom rules will be given to students and
systematically taught and
practiced with the class for understanding of what is expected. The principal
will discuss behavioral
expectations with every student and parent at orientation.
IN THE CLASSROOM, THE FOLLOWING IS EXPECTED FROM STUDENTS:
? No eating or drinking in any classroom – this includes gum
? Arrive to school on time everyday
? Listen to and follow the directions of all staff
? Bring books and materials to class and participate in all class activities
? Courteousness Counts - Observe and practice good manners
LEVELS
The CDS Levels system is intended to focus students on meeting the school
mission: earning a
diploma and meeting their goals beyond graduation. There are four levels of
conduct and privileges
where students will be placed:
Orientation Level: New students begin in this level until they have a GPA.
Level I: < 2.0 GPA, More than 2 office referrals (No privileges, escorted
bathroom breaks, no activity
day,
must attend tutorials)
Level II: 2.0 – 2.24 GPA, 1 office referral (Activity Day, unescorted
restroom breaks, OK for SHS
events)
Level III: 2.25+ GPA, no office referrals (Activity Day, unescorted restroom
breaks, OK for SHS
events, black shirt, pizza party on last day of the month)
The teachers log their grades every Thursday and new GPAs are posted every
Friday. Students have
the opportunity to improve their level every Friday.
SANGER HIGH EVENTS
Some students will have the privilege and the opportunity to attend events
such as, but not limited
to: football games, basketball games, and graduation. However, Sanger High
School officials may
deny entrance to their events to whomever they choose. Students should check
with CDS staff before
an event to see if they are eligible to attend these events. To receive
permission from CDS, students
will need the following:
? 100% school attendance for the preceding two weeks
? 2.0 G.P.A.
? Satisfactory Behavior
? Level 2 or 3 on weekly Levels List
This privilege can be suspended or revoked at any time for any ed. code
violation, as well as being
denied by the Supervisor of Child, Welfare and Attendance.
HOMEWORK
Some students may complete all their assignments during school hours. Most
students will need to
spend at least four hours a week to complete assignments and maintain at least
a “C” average.
Students falling behind in their work will be required to attend either
“Homework Lunch” or “After
School Tutorial” until they complete their missing assignments. Parents and
students may request a
list of missing assignments from the office any time.
SCHOOL BUS
It is your responsibility to inform the bus driver that you need to be
transported to Community Day
School. Once the student arrives, students may not leave CDS for any reason.
If you have business on
the main campus, arrangements will be made for you.
BUS TRANSPORTATION IS A PRIVILEGE
All students riding the bus are expected to demonstrate the following behavior:
? Be on time at the bus stop. Please do not leave trash at the bus stop area.
No eating or drinking
while on the bus.
? Remain seated while the bus is moving
? Refrain from using obscene or vulgar language and being loud and boisterous.
? Fights on the bus will result in students being suspended.
? STUDENTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW BUS RULES MAY LOSE THEIR PRIVILEGE TO RIDE THE
SCHOOL
BUS.
? Please be aware that all busses are equipped with security cameras
LUNCH AND BREAKFAST
You must turn in application to receive free or reduce lunch/breakfast. The
cost of breakfast is $.90
and lunch is $2.00. A student must sign in to request lunch or breakfast. If
student does not sign in
and request lunch/breakfast, none will be reserved for the student.
Outside food is only permitted with prior permission from the principal.
Parents may sign-out
students for lunch.
In the quad area students are expected to:
? Demonstrate courtesy and respect while waiting in the lunch line.
? Maintain positive school behavior by keeping your place in line and not
cutting in front of
others.
? Make sure that your disposable containers are thrown into the trashcan and
your eating area is
clean.
? Remain seated at tables while eating.
STUDENT AUTOMOBILES
? Students must have a valid California driver’s license if they drive and
park on campus
? All student’s automobiles are subject to school and police inspection
? Student drivers are expected to drive safely at all times
? Cars are not a place to “hang out” during breaks or lunch
? NO LEAVING CAMPUS in your vehicle until school is out
GRADING POLICY
We conduct classes on a modified quarter system. Quarters end on the
following dates:
October 16, 2009
December 18, 2009
March 29, 2010
June 11, 2010
Grades are posted weekly. Additionally, progress grades are mailed home every
4 weeks.
Grades are calculated the following way in all classes:
Attendance 10%
Productive Period 35%
Quizzes and Tests 55%
Our staff is committed to communicating with parents regarding grades through
phone calls and
parent conferences. No student will fail a class without parents being
notified that their student is in
jeopardy of failing.
SUSPENSION
? Students shall not report to school during the period of suspension, except
in the case of an
on-campus suspension, unless coming to the office on official business by
prior arrangement with a
school administrator. Students are expected to be under the supervision of a
parent/guardian
during school hours when serving suspension days at home. (7:00 a.m-4:00 p.m)
? Students are not allowed to attend any school event on any school campus
during suspension.
? The responsibility of obtaining both class work and homework lies with the
student. The
teacher may require the student to complete any assignments and tests missed
during their
suspension.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones, CD players, CDs, hand held games, including PSP player etc. are
not permitted during
the school day. These items can be distracting for other students and are
easily stolen. The school
will not be responsible for confiscated items that are lost or stolen. The
first offense for breaking
this rule will result in the device being held until the end of the day. The
second offense will result in
the principal or designee keeping the item until parent conference. The third
offence will result in
behavior plan with the student and parent.
BACKPACKS
Backpacks are permitted on all school days. Backpacks that are blue or red,
have graffiti on them
such as marijuana leaves, 4:20, profanity, vulgarity or any other artwork or
language deemed
offensive by the principal or designee is not permitted.
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks will be provided. Each student will be assigned or loaned books free
of charge.
Students will be held accountable for any lost, stolen, or damaged books.
Students will be required
to pay the cost for replacement of books. Each student will check out a book
for each subject.
VANDALISM AND PROFANITY
Acts of vandalism are attacks on the entire community. They will be responded
to with suspension,
the requirement of restitution, and a report to the police. No profane or
inappropriate language will
be permitted. Also, no remarks or language intended, as racial or ethnic slurs
will be tolerated.
WEAPONS
Students bringing dangerous objects (any type of knives, sharp objects, spiked
clothing, fireworks,
lighters, jewelry, toy guns, or other tools that may be used as a weapon) to
school should know that
they can be charged with a felony under state and federal law punishable by
jail time and a
substantial fine. The school board also has the right to expel students found
guilty of bringing
deadly weapons to school.
HARASSMENT/BULLYING
In order to provide a safe, pleasant learning environment for everyone,
neither harassment nor
bullying will be tolerated
TARDY TO CLASS
Initiates SARB process. Tardies count against a student’s positive attendance
and can jeopardize a
student’s return to their home school.
VIOLATION OF DRESS CODE
Students will wear their assigned school shirts. If they arrive without a
school shirt, they will be
assigned a “loaner” that must be returned after school. Students failing to
return “loaners” will be
charged $10.
TELEPHONE
In order to maintain a good learning environment no mobile phones are
permitted during school
hours and regular phone calls (incoming to the office) will not be allowed
unless it is an emergency.
Emergency calls must be from an immediate family member.
CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE
CLASSROOM INTERVENTIONS
STEP 1: VERBAL WARNING
STEP 2: DIRECT STUDENT TO CHANGE SEATS
STEP 3: TIME OUT
STEP 4: PAPER REFERRAL TO THE OFFICE (Logged in discipline history)
STEP 5: STUDENT TO THE OFFICE (Logged in discipline history)
HOMEWORK LUNCH AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORIAL
Students are assigned Homework Lunch or After-school Tutorial by staff when
students are in
jeopardy of failing. Students may choose to attend these interventions as
well. Students who do not
attend assigned interventions will receive written referrals showing that they
are not complying with
school procedures. Failure to attend interventions can result in failing
grades, suspensions for
defiance, and ultimately expulsion.